1907 $10 Wire Rim MS62 PCGS. The 1907 Wire Rim or Wire Edge
eagles are technically patterns (Judd-1901), although numismatists
debate both sides of the argument and they are collected alongside
the regular issues of the series. Akers writes that the original
mintage was 542 pieces, of which 70 were melted, giving a net
distribution of 472 survivors. None were released into circulation;
rather, they were distributed to Congressmen and Washington
insiders. Today, examples are in constant demand in all grades.
This MS62 piece may prove to be an astute compromise for some
fortunate collector, as the piece generates an inordinate amount of
eye appeal for the grade. The golden-yellow surfaces show the
typical satiny texture and rich luster, although some tiny marks on
Liberty and in the obverse left field define the grade. The reverse
shows only scattered minor abrasions, well-mixed into the swirling
die polish lines that are prominent on both sides.(Registry
values: N4719) (NGC ID# 268B, PCGS# 8850)

The Coinage of Augustus Saint-Gaudens is an issue-by-issue examination of these two artistically inspired series of gold coins.
Each date and mintmark is reviewed with up-to-date information, much of which has never been previously published. The book is based on
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